Want to be a Poll Worker? Here's What You Need to Know

You can help your community, take a direct role in the democratic process and earn a little money by serving as a poll worker. And now’s the time if you want to get involved.

Appointments are made during the summer each year by the Board of Selectmen. Poll workers are supervised, and under the direction of the Town Clerk.

The salary for each position is $12 per hour for Wardens, $10 per hour for Clerks, $10 per hour for Tellers and $8 per hour for Inspectors (check-in/check-out clerks). You must be available to attend training sessions as needed.

If you would like to be considered for a poll worker position, click on this application link and send it to: Office of the Town Clerk, Town Hall, 1009 Main Street, Tewksbury, MA 01876. You can also call the Town Clerk’s office at 978-640-4355 for an application.

The deadline for applications for the upcoming election season is Friday August 8, as the Board of Selectmen will be voting on appointments at its August 12 meeting.